The historic property and gardens transforms into an illuminated winter world , and there is a special discount on tickets for our readers
The new winter show at Chiswick House to replace the Magic Lantern Festival is to be the After Dark light show. Launching on Thursday 15 November until 30 December, and running from Thursday to Sunday, this will be a festive extravaganza like no other say the Chiswick House and Gardens Trust.
In the 18th century, informal landscaping was a revolution in design and a complete break from tradition. The creation of Chiswick Gardens marked the start of the English Landscape Movement and the After Dark concept - an illuminated trail which will transform the natural parkland, giving visitors the chance to enjoy Chiswick in a whole new ‘light' with a musical backdrop.
There will be no reindeers, fake snow or Santa Clauses
in sight. Instead, vibrant state-of-the-art light displays from 'world-renowned'
artists will offer what is described as a sleek, modern and classy experience.
Visitors will be guided through a 45-minute trail set in the award-winning gardens. The historical
villa will form the canvas for an illuminating lighting display where
classical architecture meets modern technology, care of renowned lighting
designer, Nick Gray from Renegade. Gray’s high-profile projects have included
stage lighting for Kasabian, Last Shadow Puppets and Calvin Harris, and
lighting design for many fashion shows including London Fashion Week,
Anya Hindmarch, Mulberry, Julien Macdonald, Roksanda, Matthew Williamson
and Temperley to name a few. Several art installations by up-and-coming
artist Finn Thomson will also feature.
Upon completion of the trail, visitors can tuck into a seasonal feast
from street food traders such as The Cheese Truck, Le Swine, Taco Dave
and The Duck Shed, with more to be announced.
They’ll be an abundance of winter toddy favourites such as Terry’s Hot
Chocolate Orange, Bailey’s Hot Chocolate and Hot Apple Cider to help keep
you warm from point of entry.
Jennifer Davidson, Event Director of After Dark said, “We’re excited to
produce a very different outdoors, after dark show and thrilled to be
shining a light on one of the country’s greatest treasures - reigniting
London’s fascination with Chiswick House and Gardens & Trust.”
There is a 20% discount on tickets if you quote CHISW4
October 12, 2018
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